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About CALS

About Paralegal.edu

Center for Advanced Legal Studies

Paralegal.edu is Center for Advanced Legal Studies (CALS); a paralegal college that has specialized exclusively in the education of paralegals since 1987. Due to the ability of our graduates, and the reputation of our faculty and staff, the legal community recognizes Center for Advanced Legal Studies as a leader in paralegal education.

In 2024, CALS launched the Bachelor of Arts: Law and Business degree program designed specifically for graduates of its Associate of Applied Science Degree – Paralegal program. The bachelor’s degree adds upper division legal specialty courses and common-sense business topics. The bachelor’s degree is designed to enhance and advance the careers of those working in the legal professions, and allow them more opportunities for career growth and advancement. This bachelor’s degree is also a great option for those who have earned an accredited associate degree in paralegal studies from another institution.

Our Mission

The mission of Center for Advanced Legal Studies is to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to meet the needs of the legal, governmental, and business communities.

Program Objectives

Program Objectives for the Paralegal Certificate and AAS Degree programs:

  • Enter the legal profession as a paralegal.
  • Effectively assist attorneys in the delivery of legal services.
  • Exhibit practical knowledge in document preparation and legal research.
  • Display enhanced skills and knowledge of applicable software programs.
  • Demonstrate ethical standards and principles.

Program Objectives for the Bachelor of Arts: Law and Business degree program:

  • Obtain knowledge and skills that promote career advancement opportunities
  • Develop an enhanced understanding of substantive and procedural legal principles and practices
  • Exhibit advanced legal research and writing skills
  • Acquire a working knowledge of essential business concepts and practices
  • Demonstrate effective communication skills and the ability to interact professionally
  • Become familiar with technology currently employed in the legal and business communities
  • Strengthen understanding of legal and business ethical standards and principles

Program Advisory Committee: Attorneys, Paralegals, Educators and more

Center for Advanced Legal Studies’ Advisory Committee’s membership is made up of professionals within the community who are familiar with the objectives of the program and are knowledgeable about trends, developments, and issues relative to the paralegal profession. Members include practicing attorneys, paralegals from the public and private sectors, managers of paralegals, a member from the general public, faculty and school administrators.

CALS Staff and Services

Your paralegal education is enhanced with a team of professionals dedicated to you and your paralegal education. You will find professional support and advice every step of the way from submission of your admissions application to figuring out your tuition options and ultimately collaborating with our career services department. Experts in their fields, our staff are ready to help, inform and support you throughout your education.

Outstanding Faculty

Premiere paralegal programs require two things: 
Great students and outstanding professors.